How To Fix VR019 - Display variant does not permit items to be changed

VR019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Display variant does not permit items to be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR019 - Display variant does not permit items to be changed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  VR019 - Display variant does not permit items to be changed
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to modify or change items in a transaction or report that is currently using a display variant (a variant set to display mode only). Display variants are designed to allow users to view data without permitting any changes. Therefore, attempting to edit or change data while a display variant is active is not allowed by the system.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Display Variant: A variant saved with the setting that only allows data to be displayed, not changed.
  When you execute a transaction or report with such a variant, the system restricts any modification to the data.
  Trying to change data in this mode triggers the VR019 error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use a Change Variant:
  
  Instead of using a display variant, use a variant that permits changes.
  Check if there is a variant saved with change permissions or create a new variant that allows editing.
  
  
  
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